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SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work)
Wage subsidy for related summer student work
Last Update: May 14, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000
Timeline
- Open Date : April 15, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
This program provides a $1,000 wage subsidy for University of Calgary undergraduate students. It supports summer employment related to the student’s degree program or area of concentration.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 1,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : April 15, 2026
- Closing date : July 31, 2026
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Educational services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Summer employment related to the applicant’s degree program or area of concentration
Documents Needed
- Employer letter on company letterhead confirming the job details
- University of Calgary statement of registration for 2026-2027
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- University of Calgary undergraduate students
Eligible expenses
- Wage subsidy for summer employment
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Summer employment paid above the $15.40 average hourly wage limit
Eligible geographic areas
- University of Calgary
- Alberta
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are processed and conditionally approved on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are allocated
- Successful applicants are notified by email within 20 business days from the start of the Fall 2026 semester
- Applicants must submit employer confirmation and proof of enrollment within the deadline in the conditional approval email
- Reimbursement cheques are issued after the required documents are processed
Additional information
- Applications are not reviewed until after the start of the Fall 2026 semester.
- Only successful applicants are contacted.
- The award is fully funded through the Students' Union Quality Money Program.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work)?
This program provides a $1,000 wage subsidy for University of Calgary undergraduate students. It supports summer employment related to the student’s degree program or area of concentration.
How much funding can be received?
SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work) Funds up to $1,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program is **July 31, 2026**. Applicants must submit their complete application before this date to be considered for funding.
Who is eligible for the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work) program?
To be eligible for the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work) program, you must:
Current full-time UCalgary undergraduate student
Minimum 3 courses
Fall 2026 full-time enrolment required
What expenses are eligible under SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work)?
Summer employment related to the applicant’s degree program or area of concentration
Who can I contact for more information about the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work)?
You can contact University of Calgary by email at reception@su.ucalgary.ca or by phone at none.
Where is the SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work) available?
The SUPERWork (Student's Union Program for Education Related Work) program is available the province of Alberta.